Greg Meriwether Biography
Greg Meriwether is an American journalist working for WAFB as the managing editor and the 6 & 10 p.m. anchor. He joined the station in 2001, just two weeks after the September 11 terrorist attacks.
Greg Meriwether Education
Meriwether joined Western Kentucky University after finishing his high school education. He later graduated with a Bachelor’s degree.
Greg Meriwether Career
Meriwether works for WAFB as the managing editor and the 6 & 10 p.m. anchor. He joined the station with over 3 decades of news experience. He joined the station just two weeks after the September 11 terrorist attacks. Since then, he has become a steady, trusted presence for viewers in the Capital Region.
Over the past 25 years in Baton Rouge, Meriwether has provided coverage for virtually all major stories that impacted the region. He has reported on devastating hurricanes, the ambush of law enforcement officers, the historic events of 2016, as well as high-profile criminal cases, including serial killers. Through it all, he has remained devoted to clear, factual storytelling during moments when the community needed it most.
Meriwether has an “old-school” approach to journalism, concentrating on presenting accurate and fair facts so that viewers can draw their own conclusions. That philosophy has guided both his anchoring and his leadership in the newsroom.
Over the years, Meriwether has received a National Edward R. Murrow Award and several EMMY Awards for excellence in reporting, writing, and anchoring. In 2017, he won the Associated Press News Anchor of the Year Award.
Greg Meriwether Age
Meriwether likes to keep his personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It is, therefore, not known when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 40s.
Greg Meriwether Height
Meriwether stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Greg Meriwether Family
Meriwether is originally from Louisville, Kentucky, but has managed to keep his personal life out of the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known whether Meriwether has any siblings.
Greg Meriwether Wife
Meriwether is a married man with a son. He values faith, family, and community. He is actively involved in his church and community through service and leadership.
Greg Meriwether Net Worth
Meriwether has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a journalist.
Greg Meriwether Salary
Meriwether earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Greg Meriwether WAFB
Meriwether is working at WAFB, where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Elizabeth Vowell
- Deon Guillory
- Gabriella Mercurio
- Matt Venezia
- Ethan Tuttle
- Jared Silverman
- Henry Blakes
- John Eads
- Jacques Doucet
- Jeff Morrow